Carol Mabayan
San Diego,CA
Summary
Understand the importance of organized, timely and accurate implementation of work responsibilities. Appreciate a work environment that is fast-paced and team oriented. Seeking employment outside of my healthcare experience as it is no longer the calling it should be to perform well.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Sharp Hospital Coronado
07.2013 - 10.2013
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of newly admitted patients, identifying individual needs and developing tailored nursing interventions accordingly.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, alleviating stressors associated with caring for loved ones at home.
LVN Floor Nurse
Vibra Hospital of San Diego
09.2009 - 07.2011
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and maintain licensure requirements.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by following infection control protocols and accurately reporting incidents or concerns.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop customized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, symptoms, and diagnoses.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing individualized nursing plans and effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during difficult times.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in acute care environment.
- Safeguarded patient privacy and confidentiality by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
- Promoted continuity of care through seamless handovers during shift changes by updating colleagues on pertinent patient information and status updates.
LVN Agency Nurse - Full Time
Confident Care Health Care Services
11.2002 - 07.2008
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
LVN Agency Nurse
Pacifica Medical Staffing
10.2002 - 12.2002
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Assigned to skilled nursing facilities throughout San Diego county.
LVN Floor Nurse
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
02.1999 - 10.2002
- Cared for patients on the Transitional Care Unit requiring physical/occupational therapy, wound care, IV therapy prior to discharge.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by MD.
- Assessed patients and monitored closely for changes in condition.
- Provided patient and family education to ensure smooth transition to home.
- Worked temporarily as Admissions Coordinator prior to departure.
LVN Medication Nurse
Henderson Healthcare Center
02.1998 - 01.1999
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
LVN Charge Nurse
Country Hills Health Care and Rehabilitation Ctr
06.1994 - 12.1997
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patient conditions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Responsible for up to 40 patients.
- Supervised up to three nursing assistants.
LVN Charge Nurse
Helixview Healthcare Center
04.1992 - 06.1994
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by MD.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
Store Manager
Quick Video
04.1988 - 02.1992
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
Procurement Clerk
Officer in Charge of Construction, Southwest
12.1987 - 04.1988
- Provided contract administration support to assigned engineers.
- Performed all clerical support i.e. preparing correspondence, plan of change requests, security clearance requests.
- Ensured compliance of contractor payrolls, employee insurance status, employment eligibility of any staff onsite.
- Maintained contract files to guarantee timely completion of projects.
Branch Secretary
Naval Aviation Depot NASNI
09.1987 - 12.1987
- Provided clerical support to entire branch.
- Answered phone lines and redirected calls.
- Sorted and distributed all mail and correspondence.
- Responsible for collecting and forwarding timecards.
Clerk - Typist
Resident Officer in Charge of Construction
01.1987 - 09.1987
- Worked in the plans and specifications division.
- Responsible for mailing plans and specs of upcoming construction projects to potential bidders.
- Maintained adequate stock of plans and specs ordering more to print as needed.
- Compiled mailing lists of verified construction companies to facilitate prompt mailings.
Clerk - Typist
Resident Officer in Charge of Construction
05.1986 - 01.1987
- Worked in typing pool.
- Typed various types of correspondence via dictation, drafts.
- Provided telecommunications support and performed equipment maintenance per policy.
- Delivered exceptional customer service when interacting with clients, addressing their needs promptly, and professionally.
Education
Technical Diploma - Vocational Nursing
Pacific Coast College
Chula Vista, CA12-1992
Skills
- Medication administration
- Geriatric, Sub-acute, Med Surg, Long-term acute care
- HIPAA compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Sharp Hospital Coronado
07.2013 - 10.2013
LVN Floor Nurse
Vibra Hospital of San Diego
09.2009 - 07.2011
LVN Agency Nurse - Full Time
Confident Care Health Care Services
11.2002 - 07.2008
LVN Agency Nurse
Pacifica Medical Staffing
10.2002 - 12.2002
LVN Floor Nurse
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
02.1999 - 10.2002
LVN Medication Nurse
Henderson Healthcare Center
02.1998 - 01.1999
LVN Charge Nurse
Country Hills Health Care and Rehabilitation Ctr
06.1994 - 12.1997
LVN Charge Nurse
Helixview Healthcare Center
04.1992 - 06.1994
Store Manager
Quick Video
04.1988 - 02.1992
Procurement Clerk
Officer in Charge of Construction, Southwest
12.1987 - 04.1988
Branch Secretary
Naval Aviation Depot NASNI
09.1987 - 12.1987
Clerk - Typist
Resident Officer in Charge of Construction
01.1987 - 09.1987
Clerk - Typist
Resident Officer in Charge of Construction
05.1986 - 01.1987
Technical Diploma - Vocational Nursing
Pacific Coast College
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